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Petals◦ Often the most colorful part of the flower.
Stamen◦ Thin stalk with a knoblike structure at the end.◦ Produces the pollen
Pistil◦ The part of the flower that receives the
pollen.
Flower Parts
Receives pollen = Contains seeds = Has pollen = Contains stored food =
Function
pistilfruit
stamencotyledon
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Pollination The transfer of pollen from the stamen to
the top of pistil 4 types
Insect
Animal
Self
Wind
The Botanist◦Studies plants
Classifying◦Grouping plants with similar
characteristics
Classifying Plants
A seed germinates
A seedling grows
Flowers grow and the plants mature
An insect pollinates the plant
The plant produces fruit
The seeds disperse
Plant’s Life Cycle